Running Start

Running Start is a program that enables eligible high school students to take college classes. Enroll in college classes for the purpose of earning both college and high school credit, or just college credit. All courses remain on your permanent college transcript.

This opportunity is available to individuals who demonstrate strong academic ability based on performance either inside or outside of the classroom (e.g., GPA, test scores, extra curricular activities)

Complete the MCC Registration Form by typing your answers into the blanks in the form online (be sure to select the Running Start option), printing out the form and then obtaining all the required signatures. Complete this form each semester you participate in the High School Plus program at MCC.

Please be aware that some classes offered at MCC are designed as 8-week courses.

Awarding dual credit (high school along with college) is determined on the high school level. Procedures for this process should be designed by each high school.

The section on the Registration form must be completed in full with course title, prefix, number, and section. In lieu of a specific section, a time slot must be indicated for when student is available to take the course. A substitute course should also be listed in case the original selection is filled.

MCC operates on a semester system, which may be different from the high school academic calendar. Holidays the college celebrates and vacation periods may be different from high school schedules and you may be expected to attend classes at the college even though your high school in not in session.